【satonoka (formerly Cable 4K)】 “THE CRAFT SAKE” Series 2: Ishikawa Edition. Broadcast begins Sunday, August 31st at 9:00 PM. ★★★ Thorough coverage of the story of Ishikawa’s strong, forward-moving sake brewing tradition. ★★★
satonoka (old cable 4K) Press Release: August 29, 2025 “THE CRAFT SAKE” Series 2: Ishikawa Edition. Broadcast begins Sunday, August 31st at 9:00 PM. ★★★ Thorough coverage of the story of Ishikawa’s strong, forward-moving sake brewing tradition ★★★ Japan Digital Distribution Co., Ltd. (Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Noriaki Takahide; hereinafter referred to as JDS) is co-producing “THE CRAFT SAKE: Visiting Regional Famous Sakes ~Ishikawa Edition~” (3 episodes) with Kanazawa Cable Co., Ltd. (Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture; President and CEO: Masaoki Muranaka) as part of the “satonoka Project,” a regional revitalization initiative promoted by JDS. The series will be broadcast nationwide on the “satonoka” channel distributed by JDS starting Sunday, August 31st. THE CRAFT SAKE is a satonoka original program that focuses on the region, its climate, and the people who live there, showcasing the appeal of sake brewing suited to the region’s characteristics and climate. It is produced with the goal of promoting regional products throughout Japan, as the satonoka project aims to do. The Ishikawa edition is the second in the series, following the previous Shinshu edition. This time, we’ll be bringing you three stories about sake brewing at five breweries, including breweries in Kaga and Noto that continue to challenge themselves to combine tradition and innovation in sake brewing. This episode also covers sake breweries in Suzu City and Noto Town, which suffered extensive damage in the Noto Peninsula earthquake in January 2024, as they work to revive their businesses. Also, keep an eye out for new sake products born from this reconstruction process. In addition, the Satonooka Project is considering regional revitalization measures in conjunction with program production and broadcasting. Details will be announced separately once they are finalized. JDS will continue to maximize its platform resources to promote “regional revitalization efforts through content.” By strengthening
collaboration with cable TV operators and promoting collaboration with various other businesses, we will fulfill our role as a platform that can deliver the appeal of local areas to more people. Coverage sake brewery Sake breweries visited Areas visited #1 Kazuma Shuzo Noto Town #2 Fukumitsuya, Tsuruno Sake Brewery Kanazawa City #3 Kurumata Sake Brewery, Sakurada Sake Brewery Hakusan City #1 Kazuma Shuzo Kazuma Sake Brewery was hit by the Noto Peninsula earthquake, making it difficult to continue brewing sake. This article introduces the efforts of the entire staff to restart brewing, as well as the secrets of a new sake brewing method that pursues the charms of Noto. Image
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/36727/50/36727-50-9169c75b7d44f08de0cc74fe58291366-1528×858.jpg #2 Fukumitsuya, Tsuruno Sake Brewery #3 Kurumata Sake Brewery, Sakurada Sake Brewery Kuruma Sake Brewery, a prestigious brewery that uses the Yamahai brewing method. Supporting Sakurada Sake Brewery, which was affected by the Noto earthquake, they are working together to create a new sake that combines the skills and passion of both breweries.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/36727/50/36727-50-4befb0a681f31689047f6b68d84808d5-1528×858.jpg #3 Kurumada Sake Brewery, Sakurada Sake Brewery ■Limited Time Offer: “#1: Kazuma Sake Brewery” Edition on satonoka Published on official YouTube
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/36727/50/36727-50-aaae785d981c369402aaea6b69d8409c-1920×1080.jpg ・August 31st (Sun) 9:45 PM – September 12th (Fri) 5:00 PM ・Viewing URL:https://youtu.be/hOqGg9qivh8 (Anyone can watch for free during this period) ■Program Format ・4K production, 14 minutes ・Narration: Kiminori Sera Watch YouTube ■”THE CRAFT SAKE: Visiting Regional Sake Makers – Ishikawa Edition” to be broadcast on satonoka4K/satonokaTV • Premiere: August 31st (Sun) at 9:00 PM ~ [Special Feature] All episodes will be broadcast on Ishikawa • Rebroadcast : Wednesday, September 3rd • #1 Kazuma Sake Brewery 9:00 PM~ /#2 Fukumitsuya 9:15 PM~ /#3 Kurumada Sake Brewery 9:30 PM~ and more
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/36727/50/36727-50-f59f67227004e1e3ca17751f1647febc-602×183.png In “Special Feature: All About Ishikawa,” we bring you plenty of information about Ishikawa Prefecture’s charms, including “THE CRAFT SAKE: Visiting Local Sake Famous Brews,” as well as information on Ishikawa Prefecture’s traditional culture, travel and hot springs, and gourmet food. We’ll also share the charm of Ishikawa Prefecture’s sake brewing with musician Kiminori Sera.
information and a wide range of broadcasting and communication services. Founded in 1990, it broadcasts locally-focused programs produced in-house in collaboration with local governments and media outlets, including Hokuriku Shimbun News, city government public relations, and local documentaries. It also offers communication services such as “Cable Hikari” high-speed internet, landline telephones, and the “Kanazawa Smartphone” smartphone service, supporting the local infrastructure. The station is expanding its services beyond Kanazawa City to neighboring municipalities, strengthening its functionality as a local network. Cable TV operators who aggregate local information become “regional producers” and, in collaboration with JDS, turn the information their region most wants to share into video content. Through the various solutions offered by the “satonoka project” (e.g., combining with events, linking live commerce with brick-and-mortar stores, IP-VOD services, live viewing, etc.), the appeal of the content is amplified and delivered
nationwide, contributing to regional vitality.
https://www.jdserve.co.jp Founded in April 2000, the company is promoting the digitalization of the cable television industry, centered on Japan’s first digital broadcast distribution business for cable television. Currently, the company distributes CS digital broadcasts, BS digital broadcasts, and other services to cable television operators nationwide using a terrestrial optical fiber network. Starting in fiscal year 2023, the company will utilize this network to launch a “Live Viewing Service” to provide live
entertainment nationwide. The company also launched the “satonoka Project,” a regional revitalization initiative under the slogan “Connecting and Connecting the Charms of the Region.” In addition to this, we provide a wide range of business support services that help cable TV operators solve their problems and expand their services, such as the VOD platform “Miru Plus” and ID solution services.